Housing solutions Officer
Full time, 37 hours; fixed term until 31 March 2027.
Salary: GR9 £36,363 per annum. Based in Sardis House, Pontypridd.
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Housing Solutions Officer to join our Housing Solutions & Prevention Service. The postholder will play an integral role in delivering early intervention and homelessness prevention in accordance with the Housing (Wales) Act 2014. Working directly with households at risk of homelessness, you will provide tailored and comprehensive housing advice, negotiate with landlords and family members, develop Personal Housing Plans, and support clients to sustain accommodation wherever it is safe and appropriate.
Responsibilities
* Provide early intervention and homelessness prevention services.
* Deliver housing advice and negotiate accommodation arrangements.
* Develop Personal Housing Plans for clients.
* Support clients to sustain safe and suitable accommodation.
* Work collaboratively within a fast‑paced statutory environment.
* Actuate safeguarding and child protection duties as part of staff responsibilities.
Qualifications
* Strong working knowledge of the Housing (Wales) Act 2014.
* Effective case management skills.
* Demonstrated empathy, organisational ability, and teamwork.
* Experience with vulnerable individuals and housing outcomes.
EEO Statement
The Council values diversity in its workforce and is committed to ensuring no unlawful discrimination occurs on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender or non-binary identities, religion or belief, or pregnancy and maternity. Staff networks include the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network, and Perthyn, our LGBTQ+ Network.
Applicants who submit applications in Welsh have equal treatment to those in English. The Council has a guaranteed interview scheme for Welsh‑speakers of Level 3 and above. Applicants who meet essential criteria and are Welsh‑speakers Level 3+ are invited to interview under the scheme.
Care Experienced Leavers – Guaranteed Interview Scheme
The Council is committed to supporting care experienced leavers. For those who meet essential criteria, a guaranteed interview will be offered under the scheme.
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